title: Alternative approach to the restoration of distal extension saddles.
abstract: This article presents a clinical case requiring reconstruction with a combination of fixed and removable prostheses. It describes the use of a stable base partial denture to restore a distal extension saddle and outlines the advantages of the technique when compared to the conventional use of precision attachment or clasp retained partial dentures.
authors.affiliation: Institute of Dental Surgery, London W1.
authors.forename: N J
authors.initials: NJ
authors.lastname: Capp
authors.forename: N
authors.initials: N
authors.lastname: Kurban
mesh_terms: D003819:Denture Bases; D003779:Denture Design; D003834:Denture Precision Attachment; D003830:Denture, Partial, Fixed; D003832:Denture, Partial, Removable; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008875:Middle Aged